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“I Didn’t Want to Leave:” The Impact of a Semester Abroad
Through the University’s study abroad program in Prato, Isaura Franco ’26 discovered new confidence, community, and perspectives.
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SportBusiness compiled the rankings based on post-graduation employment, job support, career advancement, and a program’s alumni network.
October 1, 2024
SportBusiness ranked the University of New 51’s master’s degree in sport management program number 7 in the U.S. and number 9 in the world. was supported by the program’s standing as the best in the United States and internationally for employment outcomes of its graduates.
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The program was ranked number 4 in the U.S. and number 8 worldwide for career advancement, number 6 in the U.S. and number 7 worldwide for job support provided for students. It also ranked 5th in the country (and sixth in the world) for professional mentorship opportunities and 12th in the country (and 15th in the world) for its alumni network.
“In the sport management department, everything we do centers around the students and their career preparation.” Ceyda Mumcu, Ph.D., chair and professor of sport management.
“From curriculum revisions to industry collaborations to networking opportunities to alumni engagement, we are intentional in everything we do ,” continued Dr. Mumcu. “Our priority is to serve our students, help them discover their passion, and guide them toward successful careers.”
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Through the University’s study abroad program in Prato, Isaura Franco ’26 discovered new confidence, community, and perspectives.
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Olena Lennon, Ph.D., an internationally recognized scholar on Ukrainian politics, said it is vitally important for American educators to be in the rooms where policy is discussed because they are teaching the next generation of global national security leaders.
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Through perseverance, self-reflection, and support from others, Michael Mannino ’27 learned that the path to the right career isn’t always straight and that changing direction can lead to unexpected growth.